From the UC Cal Fresh classroom nutrition education lessons to the healthy and delicious “MyPlate” school meal created by Chef Wangard, from the able oversight of Ellalina Emrich-Keller, principal, to the pied piper Cal Poly football players being trailed on the schoolyard by an energetic train of 40 or so animated first-graders, this event was a shining example of how to motivate positive change in our communities.

As UC Cal Fresh Nutrition Education Program manager for San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara Counties, I applaud the collaborative efforts of all community members and local agencies involved in the planning of Georgia Brown’s nutrition and health week. As well, I thank The Tribune for covering the event and bringing news about positive change to our communities.

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